What Does API Stand For?
API stands for Application Program Interface
API, or Application Program Interface, is a set of guidelines and protocols that allow different software applications to communicate with one another. It defines the methods and data formats that developers can use to interact with a software component, operating system, or service, enabling seamless integration and functionality between various systems. APIs facilitate the development of applications by providing the building blocks developers need to access features and data efficiently.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 17th June 2025 | Edit Acronym